Transport Operations Manager

5 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia American President Lines Full time
Job Title: Transport Manager

CEVA Logistics is seeking a highly skilled Transport Manager to join our team in Melbourne, AU. As a key member of our Ground Transport Operation, you will be responsible for planning, overseeing, and optimizing all transport-related operations within the state.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead a team of fleet controllers, local drivers, subcontractor drivers/carriers, cross-dock supervisors, and operators, ensuring adherence to company policies and performance standards.
  • Oversee all transport-related operations, including resource allocation, scheduling, and route planning/optimisation to meet service level agreements and customer requirements.
  • Manage relationships with subcontractor drivers and carriers, ensuring adherence to service level expectations in close partnership with the CEVA procurement team.
  • Establish and be accountable for key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure linehaul on-time dispatch, labour utilisation, driver performance, fleet utilisation, safety, and cross-dock cost management.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety protocols, and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation, maintaining a strong focus on safety throughout all operations.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in transport operations (3PL a bonus) along with proven experience managing teams.
  • Proven experience in managing transport providers, carriers, and subcontractors.
  • Applied knowledge of Australian transport regulations and compliance standards.
  • Experience with enterprise agreements and handling employee relations/industrial relations (ER/IR) matters.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage budgets and control costs.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.

CEVA Logistics is an equal employment opportunity workplace and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful of all employees. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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